2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 745 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |